Specialized Treatment

Excessive Sweating Treatment (Hyperhidrosis)

from CZK 6,000

Price depends on the extent of treatment and the amount of material used.

Treatment of excessive sweating with botulinum toxin

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What is hyperhidrosis?

Hyperhidrosis is the medical term for excessive sweating that clearly exceeds the body's normal need for thermoregulation. It can significantly limit everyday life.

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Procedure Duration

30-45 minutes

Results

Temporary effect, duration varies individually

Recovery

No time off work

Botulinum toxin blocks the nerve signals that activate the sweat glands and so reduces sweating in the treated area. The degree of effect is individual.

Treatable Areas

Underarms

Underarms are the most commonly treated area.

Palms

Effective for excessive hand sweating

Feet

Relief from plantar hyperhidrosis

Forehead

Treatment for facial sweating

Treatment Benefits

1

Reduced sweating

Botulinum toxin reduces sweating in the treated area; the degree of effect is individual.

2

Repeatable treatment

The effect is temporary and the treatment can be repeated once it wears off. Its duration is individual.

3

Safety

Outpatient procedure with no time off work. The doctor explains possible side effects.

4

Improved Quality of Life

Restored confidence and elimination of social discomfort

Treatment Procedure

1

Consultation and Diagnostics

We assess the extent of sweating and determine the most suitable areas for treatment.

2

Preparation and Marking

We mark the treatment areas and prepare the skin for application.

3

Botulinum Toxin Application

Fine injections of botulinum toxin into the skin at precisely marked points for maximum effectiveness.

4

Follow-up and Aftercare

We evaluate the treated area and provide recommendations for aftercare.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about this procedure

  • What is hyperhidrosis and how does botulinum toxin help?

    Hyperhidrosis is the medical term for excessive sweating that goes beyond the body's normal need to cool itself and interferes with everyday and working life. Botulinum toxin applied into the skin blocks the nerve signals that activate the sweat glands, reducing sweating in the treated area. This treats the symptom, not the cause; once the effect wears off, sweating returns and the treatment is repeated. If your excessive sweating appeared suddenly, affects your whole body, wakes you at night, or is accompanied by weight loss, fever, or a racing heart, you should first be examined by a general practitioner or an internal medicine specialist. The cause may lie elsewhere, and botulinum toxin treatment would not address it.

  • How much does treatment for excessive sweating cost in Poděbrady?

    The price of hyperhidrosis treatment depends on the treated area: underarms CZK 8,000 to 10,000, palms CZK 6,000 to 8,000, soles of the feet CZK 10,000. The final price depends on the size and number of treated areas and the dose required. If you want to treat several areas at once, we confirm the price for each of them in advance, so there is no impression that it is a single combined price for all of them. We determine the exact price at a free consultation.

  • Does health insurance cover treatment for excessive sweating?

    At our clinic, the patient pays for the treatment herself; we do not bill health insurance for it. If you are addressing sweating for a medical reason, we will discuss at the consultation whether you should first be examined by a dermatologist or an internal medicine specialist, and what documentation you need for that. We cannot confirm in advance whether another facility or supplementary insurance will contribute to your treatment.

  • Which areas can be treated?

    We most commonly treat the underarms, followed by the palms, feet, and forehead. The underarms are the most common area, and application there is simpler than on the palms and feet. The palms and feet are more sensitive, so the doctor chooses the method of numbing before treatment based on the extent of the treatment. Which areas make sense to treat in your case is assessed by the doctor at the consultation, based on the extent of your sweating.

  • When will I feel the effect and how long does it last?

    Sweating does not decrease immediately; the effect sets in gradually over the first few days after application. The effect is temporary and the treatment is repeated once it wears off. Both the degree and the duration of the effect are individual and depend on the treated area, the extent of sweating and the dose used.

  • Does applying botulinum toxin for sweating hurt and how long does it take?

    Botulinum toxin is applied with shallow injections into the skin at pre-marked points, and patients tend to describe them as a brief pinch rather than pain. Treatment in the underarms is generally well tolerated; for the palms and feet, we use local numbing before application. The doctor determines the number of injections and the dose based on the extent of sweating and the size of the treated area. The whole treatment takes 30 to 45 minutes.

  • Will my body overheat if I sweat less?

    We only treat a defined area, for example the underarms, which is a small part of the body surface that the body uses for cooling. The rest of the body therefore keeps sweating, and cooling remains functional. Some patients describe sweating shifting slightly to other areas. If you notice a significant change in sweating after treatment, or the shift bothers you, contact us at +420 777 879 849 and we will discuss the next steps.

  • What are the side effects?

    After application, mild bruises and slight tenderness at the injection points are common and settle down within a few days. Rarely, temporary muscle weakness may occur in the treated area; grip strength in the hands may be briefly reduced, and treatment of the forehead may cause a temporary drooping of the eyebrow or eyelid (ptosis). Should difficulty swallowing or breathing, or more pronounced weakness outside the treated area, occur in the first few weeks after application, contact us right away; if you have difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical care. If redness, swelling, and pain get worse after a few days instead of easing, or a fever develops, contact the clinic at +420 777 879 849.

  • Who is treatment for excessive sweating not suitable for?

    We do not perform this treatment during pregnancy or breastfeeding, during an active infection or inflammation in the treated area, or with a known allergy to botulinum toxin or to the ingredients of the product. We also do not perform it in disorders of neuromuscular transmission, namely myasthenia gravis, Lambert-Eaton syndrome, and amyotrophic lateral sclerosis. Let us know in advance if you are taking aminoglycoside antibiotics or muscle relaxants, as they may enhance the effect of botulinum toxin. For other neurological conditions, autoimmune conditions, and an allergy to the local anaesthetic, the doctor decides individually after assessing your condition. That is why we discuss your health, allergies, and any medication you take at the consultation before treatment.

  • How should I prepare for the treatment and what should I do afterwards?

    Shave your underarms about a day beforehand, not right before the treatment, and skip deodorant on the day of application. One week beforehand, avoid over-the-counter painkillers containing acetylsalicylic acid or ibuprofen, and alcohol, as they increase the risk of bruising. Do not stop any medication prescribed by your doctor, especially blood thinners or antiplatelet medication, on your own; talk to your treating physician first. Come in a short-sleeved t-shirt or a top so that we have access to your underarms. On the first day after application, avoid sport, sauna, and hot baths, and do not massage the treated area.